Material Planner

1st Executive Ltd; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a materials planner for a global manufacturing company.

3 month temp role on a rolling contract.

You will be working in a fast-paced team environment in an engaging role with a difference, liaising closely with key stakeholders of the business to ensure that the supply of materials meets the production schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule components to meet production requirements whilst maintaining minimal safety stock levels.
• Manage risks to minimise impact on production schedule.
• Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas of improvement.
• Ensure that data is accurate.
• Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries made on time.
• Support supplier meetings.
• Resolve supplier concerns and evaluate supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience of material planning is essential.

SAP/ERP experience is desirable.

This role is based on site 5 days a week.